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A Mother’s Pride: Lessons of Persistence and Resilience from My Son’s KUMON Journey
Yesterday, my son took his KUMON exam and passed with flying colors. He’s now allowed to advance to the next level, which corresponds to the secondary grades in primary school. When I picked him up from the KUMON classroom, the teacher in c
Letting Go of Comparisons: Embracing My Son's Unique Journey
I have to admit that I am easily affected by others. I can’t help comparing myself to other people, especially when it comes to educational matters concerning children. I know it’s terrible to think this way, and it's unnecessary to always
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How Can I Juggle Work and Parenting During My Husband’s Absence for a Business Trip to South Africa?
My husband is going to South Africa for a business trip this weekend, which will last for one week, and I’ve been feeling concerned about how I’ll manage household chores, child-rearing, and work during his absence. Juggling work and parent
Staying Grateful but Alert: Thoughts on Safety and Preparedness in Japan
I strive to focus on the beautiful aspects of daily life, even amidst the chaos and stress that seem to surround us. But as much as I try to stay positive, it’s hard to ignore the stream of distressing news that floods in when I look at the
Balancing Productivity With Flexibility In The Morning With My son
This morning, spending time with my son gave me valuable insight into how I can arrange my weekday morning routine in a more productive and beneficial way. Monday mornings tend to be a bit more hectic compared to midweek, as we all have to
Balancing Parenthood and Professional Growth: Some Thoughts About My Job
By revisiting my recent posts on this platform, I’ve noticed a recurring theme—most of my thoughts and reflections revolve around my children. This makes sense, as raising children consumes nearly all of my personal time, and naturally, my
My son’s First Trial In An International Preschool Surprised Me At How Adaptable Children Are.
My son started attending an international Saturday preschool three weeks ago. Initially, I was filled with anxiety about how he would cope in a completely new environment where everyone speaks English—a language that is still quite challeng
Is It Too Much To A Four-Year-Old ?Organizing My Son’s After-School Schedule
Today, I want to organize a regular schedule for my son’s after-school classes. Currently, he is enrolled in six classes: Japanese, Math, English at an international preschool on Saturdays, swimming, Lego school and Chinese online class. La
A brave Taiwanese girl’s life on Yonaguni Island rekindled my original dream
I just finished my lunch, and during that time, I watched a YouTube video on my phone. It featured a Taiwanese woman in her 20s, who is living on Yonaguni Island as part of a regional support organization. Since my family and I visited Ishi
Wrestling with Identity and Fear: A Reflection on Tragedy and the Uncertainty of Life
After being deeply emotional over the heartbreaking news of a 10-year-old boy stabbed by a Chinese man and eventually passing away, I still cannot stop thinking about it. The more I scroll through the social media platform X, which is widel
